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Manager Cook County Animal Control Jobs in Raleigh, NC

Chatham County, NC

Animal Resources Officer

Pittsboro, NC · On-site

$56K - $72K/yr

Chatham County is an equal opportunity employer and will consider reasonable accommodations as ... You will receive emails and notices from hiring managers asking you to complete tasks. You do not ...

NCSU

Large Animal Attendant

Raleigh, NC

Manage waste removal, laundry, and general sanitation tasks. * Rigidly follow and enforce all ... control, including monitoring stock levels, organizing supplies, and coordinating orders/purchases ...

NCSU

Lead Equine and Farm Animal Attendant

Raleigh, NC · On-site

Essential Job Duties The Lead Equine and Farm Animal Attendant provides high-level support and ... control. * Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead a team, manage time effectively, and resolve ...

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What is the difference between Manager Cook County Animal Control vs Animal Control Officer?

AspectManager Cook County Animal ControlAnimal Control Officer
CertificationsAnimal control certification, management trainingAnimal control certification, basic law enforcement or animal handling
Work EnvironmentSupervisory role overseeing staff and programsFieldwork involving animal rescue, enforcement, and public interaction
Employer & IndustryCounty government, animal control agenciesMunicipal or county animal control departments
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding managerial roles in animal controlEntry-level or field roles in animal control

The Manager Cook County Animal Control oversees staff, programs, and operations within the animal control department, requiring management skills and certifications. In contrast, an Animal Control Officer primarily handles fieldwork such as animal rescue, enforcement, and public interactions. Both roles are essential in animal control services but differ in responsibilities, supervision, and work environment.

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Animal Services Operations and Programs Director

Animal Services Operations and Programs Director

Wake County Government

Raleigh, NC

Other

Posted 2 days ago

Wake County rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 26 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

154th of 700 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

Wake County Animal Services is seeking an experienced, people-focused, progressive operations leader to serve as its Animal Services Operations and Programs Director. This is a newly created position born out of a deliberate reorganization of the Animal Center's leadership structure, and it reflects the County's commitment to providing the additional resources needed to take the Animal Center to the next level of excellence. The right candidate brings strong management experience, a genuine commitment to animal welfare outcomes, and the interpersonal skills required to lead a large, mission-driven team.How to ApplyWake County is partnering with Raftelis to lead the recruitment for our Animal Services Operations and Programs Director.

Applications will be accepted electronically by Raftelis. Applicants complete a brief online form and are prompted to provide a cover letter and resume. The position will be open until filled with a first review of applications beginning July 24, 2026.

Theexpected hiring range is 101,817 to 142,541, depending on qualifications. WakeCounty offers a comprehensive total compensation package that reflects itscommitment to recruiting and retaining exceptional public sector leaders.

To view the full job description and submit your application, please visit raftelis.com.

The PositionThe Animal Services Operations and Programs Director sits within the Community Services Department, reports to the Deputy Community Services Director, and will serve as a co-director alongside the Medical and Welfare Director, who oversees the shelter's veterinary care, population management, and Animal Control. Candidates who are comfortable with shared leadership arrangements and who build strong alignment with peers will be well-suited for this role.

The Animal Services Operations and Programs Director is primarily responsible for overseeing the external-facing operations of the Animal Center, with primary responsibility for customer service, facility operations, and foster, transfer, and volunteer program management, ensuring these functions operate at a consistently high standard and that program goals are resourced, tracked, and met. A significant portion of the role involves monitoring shelter performance data and operational metrics to drive continuous improvement across intake diversion, placement outcomes, and high-quality customer service. The Director also carries the primary administrative and fiscal responsibility for the Center, including budgeting and records management in compliance with county, state, and federal requirements, as well as hiring, onboarding, and performance management for their team.

The Operations and Programs Director leads a team of 25 FTEs with four direct reports covering Community Outreach (Volunteer, Foster, and Transfer Programs), Customer Experience and Administration, and Animal Welfare Attendants and Adoption Support. The Volunteer Program supports the many volunteers who spend more than 23,000 hours per year providing dog walking, cat cuddling, matchmaking, enrichment, administrative support, and more. The Foster Program provides seven-day-a-week support for fosters who take in kittens too small for the adoption floor, dogs in need of heartworm treatment, post-surgical recovery patients, and animals that are too stressed to thrive in the shelter environment. Last year, we averaged 313 animals in foster every month, and our goal is to grow this program to 400 active foster homes. The Transfer Program coordinates the support of local, state, and national rescue groups that take animals requiring more medical or behavioral support than the Animal Center can provide, as well as freeing up space on our crowded adoption floor. Last year, transfer partners took approximately 1,600 animals from the Animal Center, and we hope to grow this program to return to the prior numbers of 3,000 animals being transferred out each year.

The Operations and Programs Director works alongside the Medical and Welfare Director, jointly developing long and short-term plans, sharing program goals and performance metrics, co-designing standard operating procedures and disaster preparedness plans, and ensuring consistent public communication on animal services matters

The Operations and Programs Director is responsible for the Animal Center's community relations, representing the Center in meetings with government officials, civic organizations, and partner agencies, and overseeing adoption-focused social media and outreach efforts. Internally, the Director works closely with County leadership on budget development, including presenting and justifying expansion requests, analyzing program costs and revenue streams, and reviewing fee structures. Wake County is currently designing a new Animal Center facility, and the incoming Director will play a role in shaping how that space is activated operationally.

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